Anesthetic Management of a Large Retroperitoneal Paraganglioma: A Rare Case Report

Abstract

Paragangliomas are rare tumors derived from the neural crest cells. Most of the paragangliomas occur as sporadic tumors. The commonest incidence occurs in the second and third decade of life with a slight male preponderance. Clinically patients with a retroperitoneal paraganglioma often present with back pain or a palpable mass. There is a 5% incidence of turning into malignancy and these tumors are associated with a high risk of morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular complications. Management for paragangliomas typically involves complete surgical excision. A multi-disciplinary approach is suggested for a better outcome of the procedure